Patents by Inventor Todd W. Emmonds

Todd W. Emmonds has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Fastener for logs and fastening technique therefor
    Patent number: 6050765
    Abstract: A fastener for fastening together logs and a technique therefor is directed to a self-drilling/tapping fastener which allows the fastener to be driven through the log to be secured without pre-drilling a bore. Counter-bore wings on shaft segment of the fastener shank increase the diameter of the bore formed in the log to be fastened by the threaded segment of the shank, reducing friction caused by contact between the shaft segment and the bore. Counter-bore fins on the fastener head also form a counter-bore for the head. A lubricous coating applied to a portion of the shank accommodates settling of the logs and facilitates installation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2000
    Assignee: Olympic Manufacturing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Hubert T. McGovern, Todd W. Emmonds